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Jimmy Novak - Religious family man who was selected by Castiel to act as his vessel. Acts as Castiel's first on-screen vessel until Castiel is pulled back to Heaven. Jimmy allows Castiel to possess him a second time to save his daughter from possession by the angel. Jimmy later died when Raphael smote Castiel but was resurrected along with him. Jimmy died again when Lucifer smote Castiel and while Castiel was brought back, Jimmy wasn't though Castiel continues to occupy his body.

Claire Novak - Briefly allowed Castiel to possess her to save her family but he eventually left her for her father.

Sam Winchester - When Dean suggested Castiel possess Sam to help him expel Gadreel, Castiel confirmed it was possible but he would need Sam's permission also.

Dean Winchester - As Castiel can possess Sam, it is likely he can possess Dean as well if he has his permission.

Castiel's female vessel - At one point, Castiel had a female vessel from an unknown lineage. Castiel used this vessel in 1901, but it is unclear what happened to her or why Castiel chose to end his possession of her.

For Michael:
All descendants of Cain and Abel are capable of successfully containing Michael without discomfort.

Dean Winchester - Metaphorically the Sword of Michael, he was preordained from the birth of humanity to host Michael. Became the vessel of an alternate reality Michael to kill Lucifer. Eventually abandoned by Michael after he was injured with the alternate Kaia'sspear. Eventually repossessed by Michael who "left the door open a crack" in Dean's mind so that he could return at will. Had Michael imprisoned within his mind while Dean remains in control until Dean was knocked unconscious by Noah Ophis, allowing Michael to escape.

Henry Winchester - Since Henry is a descendant of Cain and Abel and a member of the Winchester bloodline, it's assumed that he could be a possible vessel for Michael.

John Winchester - He was chosen by Michael to serve as an alternate vessel so that he could save Mary Winchester (to ensure Sam and Dean were born) and converse with Dean.

Adam Milligan - He was chosen by Michael as an alternate vessel when Dean continued to refuse to say "yes." Adam remains Michael's vessel and even shares control with the archangel.

Sam Winchester - As revealed by Michael, Sam is a descendant of Cain and Abel so it can be assumed that Sam has the ability to contain Michael. However, Michael would likely not use him as he is Lucifer's true vessel.

Unnamed female - Used as a vessel by the Apocalypse World Michael following his leaving Dean Winchester's body. Abandoned by Michael when he once again possessed Dean.

Rowena MacLeod - Used as a vessel by the Apocalypse World Michael after escaping from Dean's mind. Described as a robust vessel, possibly due to her centuries of living. Had Michael exorcised from her by Jack and survived.

For Lucifer:
Through being related to Cain and Abel, although not a huge aspect. It's crucial to consume immense quantities of demon blood (meaning gallons) to host Lucifer without damage. Even Sam, Lucifer's true vessel, had to drink gallons of demon blood before he gave Lucifer consent to possess him.

Sam Winchester - He was preordained from the birth of humanity to host Lucifer. All of the events that occurred had prepared Sam to be Lucifer's vessel, such as Azazel feeding Sam demon blood when he was a baby so that he could gain special psychic abilities, Ruby training Sam's abilities so that he could kill Lilith and break the final seal and getting him addicted to demon blood (to presumably prepare him to host Lucifer), etc. Sam was briefly possessed by Lucifer before regaining control and throwing himself (while being possessed by Lucifer) and Michael (possessing Adam) into the Cage. Unlike the vessels for Michael, Sam is the only one in the Winchester family that can be the true vessel for Lucifer.

Nick - He was chosen by Lucifer to serve as his vessel until Sam agreed to say "yes" to him, leaving Nick burned out by the possession. Resurrected by Crowley years later and improved to act as Lucifer's vessel once more. Remained Lucifer's vessel until Lucifer was killed by Dean Winchester which Nick survived.

At Least Five Unnamed People - Following his expulsion from Castiel's body, Lucifer began searching for a new vessel but burned out at least five unnamed people in the effort during Keep Calm and Carry On.

Lucifer's Teenage Vessel - A teenage boy used for the longest by Lucifer during this time period until he too burned out.

Vince Vincente - Lucifer takes possession of this man shortly after the Darkness leaves Earth. Like previous vessels (except Sam) Vince quickly shows signs of degrading. He is eventually burned out by Lucifer's possession by lasts for around a month unlike his other temporary vessels.

Wallace Parker - Described as being "the CEO of practically everything", he was briefly possessed by Lucifer and burned out by him.

Gabriel's vessel - Nothing about this vessel is known but he had to give his consent to Gabriel, some millennia ago. Gabriel appeared to alter his vessel's appearance to that of the Trickster Loki when assuming his identity. He was killed by an alternate reality Michael.

For Samandriel:
Samandriel apparently doesn't have any specific requirements for his vessel as he stated he just grabbed the nearest one.

For Gadreel:
Gadreel seems to be able to possess anyone who is suitable as long as they give him consent.

Gadreel's vessel - Nothing is known of this man except that Gadreel possessed him after falling to Earth. He later abandoned him for Sam Winchester and the man was left with no memory of the experience. He later agrees to Gadreel possessing him again after Sam expels the angel and acts as his vessel until his death.

Sam Winchester - In order to heal Sam of the damage done to him by the Trials of God and to recuperate from injuries he himself sustained falling to Earth, Gadreel takes Sam as his vessel, but lets him remain in control with no knowledge of it though he is able to take control at will. He eventually takes full permanent control of Sam, but with Crowley's help, Sam expels him.

For Hael:
Hael needs someone capable of holding an angel properly or the body will decay.

Gloria Lewellen Jacobson - According to the death records of Hael's vessel, her name was Gloria Lewellen Jacobson and she was 19 years old.

Jimmy Novak/Castiel - As her vessel was decaying, Hael planned to possess Castiel and his vessel Jimmy Novak as Jimmy was stronger and could more easily contain an angel.

For Ephraim:
Ephraim apparently only needs someone capable of safely being a vessel.

Ephraim's vessel - Ephraim's vessel was a devout man who became obsessed with the Reverend Buddy Boyle and let Ephraim in when he asked. This was Ephraim's first and last vessel.

Benjamin's vessel - Benjamin took a powerfully devout woman he met in Madrid as his vessel. Unusually for an angel, Benjamin and his vessel, who he possessed for over a century, were friends. Both killed by Lily Sunder.

Colette Mullen - Abaddon possessed Colette in order to convince Cain to return to the Knights. Abaddon fled before Cain could harm her, leading Cain to fatally stab Colette instead.

Mother Superior - Possessed by Abaddon at St. Bonaventure Convent in 1958 as part of her soul-stealing plan. Left her body for Josie Sands.

Josie Sands - Initially possessed to infiltrate the Men of Letters, Josie became Abaddon's preferred vessel to the point that Abaddon had Josie's body restored for just that purpose. Abaddon was eventually killed while possessing Josie.

Frank Kellogg - A cop possessed by Abraxas to murder the family of Lucifer's future vessel Nick. After the murders, Abraxas left the man alive with no memories. Years later he was murdered by Nick in his revenge quest against Abraxas.

Jeff - A security guard at UL-2MAT Storage who was kidnapped by Nick to act as Abraxas' vessel so that he could get answers from the demon. In the confrontation that followed, Nick killed both the demon and his vessel with an angel blade.

Alastair's first vessel - A pediatrician who acted as Alastair's vessel while he partook in the search and capture of Anna Milton. The man was killed when Alastair purposely walked into a flash of white light emitted by Anna. Alastair survived, while the man's body was incinerated.

Alastair's temporary vessel - Possessed by Alastair after the destruction of his first vessel. He was forced to abandon this man in order to escape from Sam and his powers. It is unknown if he survived the possession.

Alastair's second vessel - Possessed by Alastair shortly after Alastair escaped from Sam. Alastair remained in possession in this man during his torture at the hands of Dean Winchester, which likely caused this man great suffering, if not to the point of death. The man was certainly killed along with Alastair when Sam used his powers to kill the demon.

Samuel Campbell - Possessed and fatally stabbed in 1973 while convincing Mary to make a deal with him.

John Winchester - Possessed as part of a plan to trap Sam and Dean and get The Colt. John briefly manages to regain control, allowing Sam to get the Colt and shoot Azazel in the leg. Azazel loses control, but Sam can't bring himself to kill his father and Azazel flees John's body.

Two Unnamed Men - Possessed when Azazel visited baby Sam and baby Rosie Holt to feed them demon blood.

Hospital janitor - Possessed when John summoned him to make a deal to save Dean's life. Azazel continued to possess the janitor until both were killed by Dean with the Colt.

Unnamed woman - An unidentified woman possessed by the demon for an unknown period of time. Its unknown if she survived her possession or not as the woman collapsed with a gasp once the demon left her.

Jack Kline - After God opened every door in Hell, Belphegor possessed the recently-deceased corpse of Jack to help the Winchesters, though he was forced to wear a pair of sunglasses to blend in as Jack's eyes had been burned out by God's smiting. Belphegor promised to change vessels as soon as he found a suitable new one. Jack remains Belphegor's vessel until Castiel smites the demon with considerable power after learning that Belphegor is using them. The smiting of Belphegor burns Jack's body to a charred corpse. Jack is later resurrected by Billie and his body apparently restored.

White Man - Gerald possessed this man for an unknown period of time before he was forced to smoke out of him to avoid being killed by Rowena.

Black Man - After escaping from Rowena, Gerald possessed this man so he could report to Crowley what had happened. Gerald maintains possession of this man until he is killed by Crowley for disobeying a direct order to not harm Rowena.

Meg Masters - She was attending college in 2005 when an unnamed demon took possession of her and began using her name. She sustained fatal injuries which she died from after the demon was exorcised from her body.

Sam Winchester - He was possessed for a couple of weeks as part of the demon's revenge plan to have Dean kill his brother. The demon burned a mark into Sam's arm to tie herself to him. After the mark was removed, the demon fled Sam's body to avoid being exorcised again. Sam survived.

Unnamed brunette - An aspiring actress from Cheboygan who was used as a vessel by the demon up until the demon's death at the hands of Crowley.

First Nations Native American girl - Jael had possessed this girl at some point, and forced the girl to commit suicide before Asa Fox could complete the exorcism.

Marlene - A woman who was dating Asa. Jael possessed her and killed her and her child as revenge against Asa.

Alicia Banes - Jael possesses Alicia at Asa's wake with the intent of killing all the hunters gathered there. He manages to kill Randy Bull. He smokes out once the hunters discover him, leaving Alicia with a minor headache.

Elvis Katz - Jael possessed Elvis after vacating Alicia. He tries to kill Dean but proves too weak to win. He decides to snap Elvis' neck and leaves his body before Dean can finish an exorcism.

Young brunette - Possessed by Lilith while visiting the Monument, Colorado police station in order to torture the survivors there.

Fremont Daughter - Possessed as part of a vacation in which Lilith pretended to be a little girl who celebrated her birthday everyday.

Ruby's blonde vessel - Possessed in order to trick Sam and Dean into thinking she was Ruby. Lilith fled the vessel to avoid being killed by Sam.

Dental hygenist - Lilith possessed this woman when she tried to make a deal with Sam. She fled temporarily to avoid being killed by Raphael, and re-possessed her while awaiting her death at St. Mary's Convent.

Ruby's blonde vessel - Ruby took possession of this woman in order to interact with Sam and earn his trust. She was eventually forced to leave this vessel on Lilith's orders so Lilith could "borrow" her.

Blonde Secretary - She was possessed by Ruby shortly after Ruby's return from Hell. Ruby was forced to abandon her by Sam and choose a vessel who wasn't alive.

Motel maid - Briefly possessed so Ruby could warn Sam and Dean that demons were surrounding their motel and tell them where she had hid Anna Milton.

Jane Doe - Since Sam despised the idea of Ruby possessing women who were alive, Ruby went onto possess this woman who had recently died. Ruby was killed while possessing this woman.

Bald man - Possessed by Gluttony. Both the demon and the vessel were killed by Ruby.

Blond woman - Possessed by Lust. Lust attempted to seduce Dean using this woman but failed, and was exorcised by Bobby. The woman survived the possession.

Brunette woman - Possessed by Greed. Both Greed and the vessel were killed during a fight with Ruby.

Isaac - Possessed by Wrath after being killed by Gluttony to trick the Winchesters, Tamara and Bobby Singer into opening the door to their house. Stabbed with Palo Santo by Tamara and later exorcised by Bobby.

Overweight man - Possessed by Sloth. During a confrontation with Bobby, Sloth accidentally walked into a devil's trap and was subsequently exorcised. His vessel survived the possession.

Tattoed man - Originally possessed by Wrath before being abandoned in favor of Isaac. The man's status is unknown.

Walter Rosen - Possessed by Envy who uses him to make a young woman kill another young woman. After he is captured by the Winchesters, Tamara and Bobby Singer, Tamara exorcises Envy, but Walter doesn't survive the exorcism.

White male - Possessed by Pride. Both Pride and the vessel were killed by Ruby.

Chuck Lambert - Possessed by the same unnaemed Disaster Demon in order to kill Chuck, a survivor of Flight 2485.

Co-Pilot - Possessed by the same Disaster Demon to crash Flight 424 and kill stewardess Amanda Walker who survived Flight 2485. Exorcised from the co-pilot by Sam Winchester before it could succeed.

Tom's vessel - A young man possessed by Azazel's "son." Helps capture John Winchester while possessed, but both the demon and the young man are killed when Dean Winchester shoots him through the head with the Colt to save his brother.

Trucker - In an attempt to kill the Winchesters, a demon possesses a trucker and rams the Impala, fatally injuring Dean and slightly injuring Sam and John. The demon attempts to finish the job, but when Sam pulls the Colt on him, he flees the trucker who survives his possession.

Casey - In Elizabethville, Ohio, a demon possesses Casey and uses her to manipulate the people of the town into giving into their baser instincts. Both demon and vessel are killed by Sam Winchester with The Colt.

Bobby Singer - Bobby was possessed by a demon working for Meg to find out the location of the Michael Sword. When ordered to kill Dean by Meg, Bobby managed to regain control of himself for a moment and stab himself with the demon-killing knife. The demon died and while Bobby himself survived, he was left paralyzed until a demon deal restored his legs.

Julia Wright - Julia was possessed for nine months in 1997 by a demon who impregnates her with a Cambion. She regained control when giving birth to her son Jesse Turner and used road salt to force the demon to leave her body. The demon later returns in 2009 to possess her once more to locate Jesse. The demon nearly succeeds in convincing Jesse to join it, however, Jesse, after being convinced to do the right thing by Sam, exorcises the demon with his powers.

Nora - A teenage girl who got into witchcraft, Nora is possessed when Trevor summons a demon in order to have it kill Dean and collect a reward. The demon kills Trevor and goes after Dean who fails to kill her. However, Dean and Gary Frankleexorcise the demon together, sending it back to Hell and saving Nora.

Brady - Brady is a young man and friend of Sam Winchester who was possessed by a demon during college to get close to Sam. He introduced Sam to and killed Jessica Moore and later worked for Pestilence. Both demon and vessel were killed by Sam in revenge after getting Pestilence's location from him.

Christian Campbell - Christian is possessed by a demon working for Crowley to keep an eye on Samuel Campbell and his operation. Both vessel and demon are killed by Dean Winchester when he tortures Meg.

Lisa Braeden - After kidnapping Lisa, Crowley has a demon possess her in case Dean manages to rescue her. When Dean does arrive to rescue her and her son Ben, the demon takes Ben hostage and taunts both him and Dean, but Dean starts to exorcise the demon. To force him to stop, the demon makes Lisa fatally stab herself, but Dean finishes the exorcism anyway and the demon is sent back to Hell. Lisa survives as Castiel later heals her.

Cindy McKellan - This nurse was possessed by a demon who served as Lilith's "chef". After being captured by Sam and Ruby, the demon released control of Cindy as a means of taunting Sam. Despite his initial reluctance, Sam sacrificed Cindy in order to drink her demonic blood.[3]

Peter Kent - Family man possessed by a demon and made to devour his own children. In 1958, Father Max Thompson captured him and performed the Demon Curing Ritual on him. The ritual worked for the first time and the demon in Peter became human.

Colette Mullen - Possessed by Abaddon to try to force Cain into working with the Knights of Hell again. Instead, Cain slaughters all of the Knights but Abaddon and demands she leave Colette. Unable to convince Cain, Abaddon starts to cause fatal damage to Colette's body and flees her when Cain starts to stab her with the First Blade, causing Cain to kill Colette who was still alive.

Del - Young man possessed by a demon working for Crowley and keeping Linda Tran and Candy prisoner. Both demon and vessel are killed by Linda Tran.

Snooki - Possessed by a Crossroad Demon and summoned by Sam and Dean to locate Crowley. Exorcised after giving them what they want.

Sister Agnes - Possessed by a demon working for Abaddon as part of her plan to steal souls to create her own army. Possessed from 1958 to 2013 where both the vessel and demon are killed by Sam Winchester.

Jake - Young man possessed by a demon as part of a test organized by Crowley for Dean.

Drew Neely - Man possessed by a demon who then went on to kill his family. Was possessed for three years and the demon was a loyal follower of Abaddon until her death. Attacked Dean after getting his location from Crowley but was killed by Dean with the First Blade.

For Leviathans:
Leviathan can possess any human body they come in contact with. They obtain the memories of their vessel and replace their blood with black goo. The Leviathan can transform its initial vessel into any other creature whose DNA it absorbs.

Eve's vessel - Not much is known about Eve's vessel, except that she was a young virgin who was kidnapped by Eve's dragons.

Castiel - Served as the initial vessel for all the Leviathan. When his body was destroyed, the Leviathan escaped into the water supply.